The Best Schools In High Scales Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in High Scales. These top schools near High Scales are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in High Scales and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Cockermouth School

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Our number one ranked school in High Scales based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Cockermouth School.

Pupils
1285
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

The Nelson Thomlinson School

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The Nelson Thomlinson School is ranked second in High Scales based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1192
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
3

Caldew School

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At number 3 in the best schools in High Scales based on our authoritative ranking is Caldew School.

Pupils
977
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

Netherhall School

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The school ranked at number four in our High Scales league table is Netherhall School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
828
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
5

Lime House School

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Our number five ranked school in High Scales based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Lime House School.

Pupils
136
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

Top 5 best performing schools in High Scales and their catchment areas in High Scales ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Cockermouth School
  • The Nelson Thomlinson School
  • Caldew School
  • Netherhall School
  • Lime House School

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